Amer Networks SGD8 - Manual (Page 8)

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the switch, without interfering with any other segments. This allows the total network
capacity to be multiplied, while still maintaining the same network cabling and
adapter cards.
Switching LAN technology is a marked improvement over the previous generation of
network bridges, which were characterized by higher latencies. Routers have also
been used to segment local area networks, but the cost of a router and the setup and
maintenance required make routers relatively impractical. Today’s switches are an
ideal solution to most kinds of local area network congestion problems.
Features
The 8-Port 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Switch was designed for easy
installation and high performance in an environment where traffic on the network and
the number of users increase continuously.
9 8 x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-negotiation Gigabit Ethernet ports
9 Auto MDI/MDI-X for each port
9 Support Full/Half duplex transfer mode for 10 and 100Mbps
9 Support Full duplex transfer mode for 1000Mbps
9 Wire speed reception and transmission
9 Store-and-Forward switching method
9 Supports 8K absolute MAC addresses
9 Supports 256K Bytes RAM for data buffering
9 Extensive front-panel diagnostic LEDs
9 IEEE 802.3x flow control for full-duplex
9 Back pressure flow control for half-duplex
9 Optional Rack-mount Kit for 19” standard rack